Is Barnstable or Las Vegas Metro Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Barnstable is safer than Las Vegas Metro (Safety Score 66/100 vs 19/100), with a total crime rate of 1,196 per 100,000 versus 3,053 for Las Vegas Metro — 61% lower. Barnstable has lower rates in 7 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Barnstable has a 73% lower rate.
Note: Las Vegas Metro is 33.7x larger by coverage, which can affect crime rate comparisons. Larger cities tend to report higher rates due to density and more comprehensive reporting.
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Barnstable, MA
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Barnstable | Las Vegas Metro | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 1,195.8 | 3,052.7 | -1,856.9 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 410.4 | 430.0 | -19.6 |
| Murder Rate | 2.0 | 6.2 | -4.2 |
| Rape Rate | 64.8 | 51.6 | +13.2 |
| Robbery Rate | 17.7 | 64.8 | -47.2 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 326.0 | 307.2 | +18.8 |
| Property Crime Rate | 785.4 | 2,622.7 | -1,837.3 |
| Burglary Rate | 131.6 | 461.5 | -329.9 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 581.2 | 1,564.5 | -983.3 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 72.7 | 596.7 | -524.1 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Barnstable or Las Vegas Metro safer?
Barnstable is safer with a total crime rate of 1,196 per 100K vs 3,053 for Las Vegas Metro — a 61% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Barnstable has a violent crime rate of 410.4 per 100K while Las Vegas Metro has 430.0. Barnstable has lower violent crime.
About Barnstable, MA
Barnstable, the largest community on Cape Cod, is a historic town of villages including Hyannis, a major transportation hub. Its population of over 45,000 makes it the most populous municipality in Barnstable County. With a safety score of 66/100 and a population coverage of 50,928, Barnstable has a total crime rate of 1,195.8 per 100,000 residents.
About Las Vegas Metro, NV
Las Vegas Metro encompasses the vibrant Entertainment Capital of the World, a city that sprung from a railroad stop in the Mojave Desert. Its population of over 2.3 million is a diverse mix, drawn to its unique blend of resort tourism and burgeoning tech industries. With a safety score of 19/100 and a population coverage of 1,716,565, Las Vegas Metro has a total crime rate of 3,052.7 per 100,000 residents.